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When the economy is uncertain, many investors search for recession-resistant stocks. These are companies that have a track record of performing well during economic downturns. While "recession-proof stocks" may not exist, investors can look for companies that have proven to be resilient during tough economic times.
Typically, recession-resistant stocks come from defensive sectors such as Consumer Staples, Utilities, and Health Care. These sectors are less affected by changes in interest rates and economic growth and often provide essential products and services that consumers continue to purchase during a recession. For example, people still need to buy groceries and pay for utility bills regardless of the state of the economy.
Currently, the Energy sector is performing well due to rising oil prices, supply chain concerns, and increased demand for gas, energy equipment, and services. However, it's worth noting that past performance is not a guarantee of future results.
When researching potential investments, it is important to look beyond surface-level returns and examine individual companies within a sector to identify those that may be well-positioned to weather an economic downturn. Some key factors to consider include a company's financial stability, diversified revenue streams, and strong management team.
For instance, in the Consumer Staples sector, companies like Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Constellation Brands, Albertsons Companies, SpartanNash, Andersons and British American Tobacco that have a diversified product portfolio and a strong brand reputation may be better positioned to weather an economic downturn than those that rely heavily on a single product or brand. In the utilities sector, companies like NRG Energy, DTE Energy, OGE Energy, PG&E Corporation, Black Hills Corp, Exelon Corporation, Clearway Energy, NextEra Energy and First Solar, Inc that have a diverse mix of generation sources and regulated assets may be better insulated from market fluctuations than those that rely heavily on a single source of revenue.
In the Healthcare sector, companies like National HealthCare Corporation, Davita Inc, Alignment Healthcare Inc, Sophia Genetics, Computer Programs & Systems, HealthStream, Viatris, Regencell Bioscience Holdings and Prestige Consumer Healthcare that have a strong pipeline of products in development and a track record of innovation may be better positioned to weather an economic downturn than those that rely heavily on a single drug or therapy.
It's worth noting that even though these stocks are considered "recession-resistant" it doesn't mean they can't go down, but they tend to be less affected than other sectors. It's also important to diversify your portfolio and not to put all your eggs in one basket. Always consult with a financial advisor and conduct your own research before making any investment decisions.
Original link:
https://www.benzinga.com/news/small-cap/22/05/27083377/27-recession-resistant-stocks-to-hold-through-tough-times
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